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AM52 AHJ

2002 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

119,795 mi
Last recorded119,795 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 AHJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 119,795 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 111,251 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 111,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 103,271 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 103,271 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 95,066 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 94,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 82,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in off side and near side tie rods

Pass 16 Dec 2010 72,764 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 72,764 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 65,756 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 58,882 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 58,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 51,568 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 51,568 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 37,911 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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AM52 AHJ is a 2002 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 67,437 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM52 AHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AM52 AHJ is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 December 2002.

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